Abandoned Vehicles: Chino vs Victorville
How do abandoned vehicles rules compare between Chino, CA and Victorville, CA?
Chino and Victorville have similar restriction levels.
Chino, CA
San Bernardino County
A vehicle parked on a Chino public street for 72+ consecutive hours can be tagged and towed under California Vehicle Code §22651(k). On private property, inoperable or apparently abandoned vehicles are public nuisances under Chino Municipal Code §8.50.040 — Code Enforcement issues a Notice of Abatement and can remove the vehicle at owner expense. Commercial vehicles left 6+ hours under CMC Chapter 10.30 are 'deemed abandoned.'
View full Chino rules →Victorville, CA
San Bernardino County
Victorville uses CVC 22651(k) 72-hour rule and VMC Title 10 to abate abandoned vehicles. San Bernardino County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement (AVA) program removes inoperable vehicles from private property.
View full Victorville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Chino | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| Public street tow authority | Cal. Veh. Code §22651(k) — 72 consecutive hours | - |
| Private property nuisance | CMC §8.50.040 | - |
| Commercial 'deemed abandoned' | 6+ hours (CMC Ch. 10.30, Ord. 2021-005) | - |
| Street reports | Chino PD 909-628-1234 | - |
| Property reports | Code Enforcement 909-334-3319 | - |
| Public street | - | 72 hours under CVC 22651(k) |
| Private property | - | SB County AVA Program |
| Criteria | - | Inoperable, unregistered, dismantled |
| Notice | - | 10 days before abatement |
| Reporting | - | Police (760) 241-2911 or Code Enforcement |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Chino FAQ
How do I report an abandoned vehicle in Chino?
For a vehicle on a public street, call Chino Police at 909-628-1234. For an abandoned/inoperable vehicle on private property (driveway, yard, alley), contact Code Enforcement at 909-334-3319 or codeenforcement@cityofchino.org.
Is a covered car still considered 'abandoned'?
Yes. Chino has stated that covering an inoperable vehicle does NOT satisfy CMC §8.50.040 — it must be out of public view (inside a garage or fully behind a screened fence) and made operable to remain on the property.
How long until my car is towed if I leave it on a Chino street?
72 consecutive hours under CVC §22651(k). Police typically mark a tire on the first complaint and return after 72 hours to confirm it hasn't moved.
Victorville FAQ
Can I store a project car in my backyard?
Yes if it is registered and behind required screening; inoperable unregistered vehicles are subject to AVA abatement.
How do I report an abandoned vehicle?
Call Victorville Police non-emergency at (760) 241-2911 for street vehicles or Code Enforcement for private property.
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